Daren Overstreet – 3/12/07 A Day of Rest

Monday is usually a day to rest from a very busy weekend. Yesterday was full and productive. We had a great worship service in the South Sound, followed by a Bible Talk Leaders meeting. We shared good news, updated spring plans, talked a little about ministry strategy, then celebrated the birthdays of Daryl Wallace and Bruce Gullickson – both tireless servants of the church. After a quick stop by the house, we headed to David and Noemi Garvida’s house for dinner. They live in a beautiful new home in Lacey (designed by a very spiritual architect) for one of the most incredible dinners I’ve ever experienced. We enjoyed the time with several friends, and our kids always look forward to being together. Finally, we headed back to our house for a men’s core group leadership meeting. We discussed our relationships, prayed, and talked deeply about how to grow closer as we build God’s church here.Today it was important to spend time with Karla, plan our week ahead. Since it is my day off, I took the time to get a bit done around the house. I mowed the lawn, planted a rose bush, we cleaned the house, then took Ellie out to lunch. After lunch we picked up the boys from school (with spring report cards in hand!). We promptly read the report cards, and then headed to ice cream to celebrate their good reports. God has blessed us with three wonderful kids. Life is certainly busy, but very rewarding.

Monday night was our Families Bible Talk. We discussed the issue of spiritual growth out of 1 Peter. It was followed by food, fellowship, and a time devoted to planning our progressive dinner. It is less than two weeks away, but we are all excited about it. Every couple has one goal: bring one other couple to this evangelistic dinner. We have decided it is important to be very strategic in our outreach. There are busy schedules, lots of kids, and limited time together. By planning one major event (with minor ones scattered in) per quarter, we feel we will sow seed that God will blossom in 2007.